Use and Care Manual

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OPERATION
5. Release brake pedal and slowly apply pressure to the
gas pedal.
6. Release gas and apply brake pedal evenly and firmly to slow
down or stop.
2WD/4WD
CAUTION
When traveling at road speed, use only 2WD. When
driving on icy, wet, or loose surfaces, make sure the
vehicle is correctly loaded to avoid skidding and loss of
steering control. Reduce the speed and engage front
wheel drive. Accident may occur if the vehicle is suddenly
braked, such as heavy towed loads shifting forward
causing loss of control. The braking characteristics are
different between two and four wheel drive. Be aware of
the differences and operate carefully.
To activate the 4WD stop the utility vehicle and press down
on the upper half of the 2WD/4WD switch. To return to 2WD,
stop the utility vehicle and press down on the lower half of the
2WD/4WD switch. When in 2WD just the two rear tires will be
filled on the instrument cluster indicator, when in 4WD all four
tires will be filled (Figure 4).
2WD 4WD
Figure 4
Differential Lock
WARNING
To avoid transmission damage, injury, or turf damage,
drive slow when operating utility vehicle with
differential lock engaged as steering response is
noticeably reduced. Also, do not drive the utility vehicle
with the differential lock engaged on concrete, asphalt,
or any high traction surfaces.
Stopping the Engine
1. After slowing the engine to idle, turn the key to the
OFF position.
2. Remove the key.
Warming Up
CAUTION
Be sure to set the parking brake during warm-up.
Be sure to set the shift lever to the PARK position
during warm-up.
For 5 minutes after engine start-up, allow the engine and
transmission to warm up without applying any load. This is to
allow oil to reach every engine part. If load applied to the engine
or transmission without warming up, damage may occur.
Driving the Utility Vehicle
1. Adjust the seat belt to fit comfortably around your lap, then
buckle the seat belt.
WARNING
Do not operate the vehicle without the OPS in place
and the seat belt fastened securely around your waist
and chest.
2. Start the engine as instructed in the Starting the Engine
section and make sure the front wheels are turned to the
desired direction of travel.
CAUTION
Immediately stop the engine if the engine suddenly
slows down or accelerates, unusual noises are suddenly
heard, or exhaust fumes suddenly become very strong.
3. Push down on brake pedal, pull slightly back on the parking
brake lever while depressing the lock button and then slowly
push forward to release the parking brake.
4. Push down on brake pedal and move the shift lever into the
desired setting. To avoid damaging the transmission, depress
the brake pedal fully and make sure the vehicle is completely
stopped before shifting into HIGH (H), LOW (L) or REVERSE (R).
WARNING
Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or
downhill. Be cautious when changing direction on
slopes. Apply brakes when going down slopes to
maintain control of vehicle.